Some brands I am considering…

[John Morgan]

What would be the main difference between the yellow brass, gold brass, and sterling silver bells?

(And for those that own E3s, what do you have?)

Go here then Download the Build Your Own document: https://www.adams-music.com/en/support/adams_brass

It will talk about differences in bell material. I think it is in the trumpet section of their catalogue, but still relevant.

My horn has the Sterling Silver Bell, fully engraved and beautiful. I also recently added a sterling silver leadpipe. I like it.

[miketeachesclass]

I cannot recommend Austin Custom Brass enough. Trent and Josh are responsive and definitely have the ear of Miel Adams; any time I had an issue, they were quickly able to get it addressed.

There’s a reason I’ve bought 3 E3’s from them in the last 5 years.

You can call them or email And get options that aren’t necessarily on the web customization tool. (Like a .70 Yellow Brass E3).

10/10 would buy from them again.

[iMav]

I may end up getting the preconfigured “select” E3 horn (yellow brass, silver plate)…as there is an online retailer selling them for sub-$6k (verified and reverified with them!).

[miketeachesclass]

Assuming it’s the German retailer I’m aware of, make sure you account for taxes/customs fees.

[iMav]

Assuming it’s the German retailer I’m aware of, make sure you account for taxes/customs fees.

Yeah, I am waiting to hear back regarding what other taxes and fees I’ll be responsible for…that will determine my buying course of action.